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Operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have been tasked to ensure the success of the Nov. 6 Anambra governorship election through collaboration with other security agencies.
Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, the FRSC Corps Marshal, gave the directive in a statement by Mr Bisi Kazeem, the Corps Public Education Officer, on Tuesday in Abuja.
He said that operative should ensure effective collaboration with the Police and other security agencies in the enforcement of restrictions on vehicular movement.
Oyeyemi also mandated the operatives to clear obstructions from the roads, carry out rescue operations in case of emergencies and maintain orderliness in polling booths.
The Corps has deployed personnel and vehicles including tow trucks, ambulances for enforcement of restrictions during the election.
Oyeyemi warned the personnel to exhibit professionalism, ingenuity and avoid any temptation that could lead to abuse of the rights of the electorate.
The corps marshal wished the residents of Anambra peaceful, free and fair elections.